What God Says About You
Hardcover – Picture Book, August 26, 2025
Tommy Nelson · Hardcover · August 26, 2025
When a child feels left out, makes a mistake, or is called a name that hurts their heart, how can they know their true identity?
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- Who it’s for
- A faith-centered picture book offers children a steady answer when others’ words hurt.
- Themes
- Identity in God, Self-worth and affirmation, God’s love
- Genres
- Christian Values & Virtues, Christian Emotions & Feelings, Self-Esteem & Resilience
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When a child feels left out, makes a mistake, or is called a name that hurts their heart, how can they know their true identity? Bestselling author, spoken-word artist, and thought leader on identity Hosanna Wong reveals that you aren’t defined by what you’ve done or what others think—you’re defined by what God says about you. Hosanna’s powerful message uncovers an important truth for kids today: no one has the power to define you but the One who created you.
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And God says you are His friend. You are a work of art. You are His child. And you are greatly loved. A perfect read before bedtime, and during tough times, this picture book - is for ages 4 to 8, - highlights scriptures that unpack the life-giving names that God gives us, - includes whimsical illustrations from Liz Brizzi, - is inspired by Hosanna Wong’s “I Have a New Name” viral spoken word poem, and - is the perfect gift for back-to-school celebrations, baptisms, holidays, or seasons of transition. As kids search for the right words and labels to understand their worth, What God Says About You will strengthen them with affirmations to discover who they really are.
Words That Hold
A faith-centered picture book offers children a steady answer when others’ words hurt.
Come here for
- Reassurance about identity, belonging, and being loved by God
- A comforting read for bedtime or difficult moments
Expect
- Scripture paired with affirmations about who God says children are
- Whimsical illustrations and a message inspired by spoken-word poetry
Where it sits
| Self-Esteem & Resilience | 23% |
|---|---|
| Christian Emotions & Feelings | 20% |
| Christian Values & Virtues | 19% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Poetry
- Christian Inspiration
- Emotions
- Self-Esteem & Independence
- Authors
- Hosanna Wong
- Publisher
- Tommy Nelson
- Published
- August 26, 2025
- Format
- Hardcover
- Theme
- Identity in God · Self-worth and affirmation · God’s love
- Reading lane
- Poetry